The conversation around diversity has been intensifying lately, making everyone think about its importance in all areas of life. One recent topic of discussion? The iconic 90s sitcom Friends.
Quinta Brunson, known for her role in Abbott Elementary, recently pointed out Friends for its lack of diversity. While hosting Saturday Night Live, Brunson used her monologue to highlight the absence of Black characters in the beloved show.
Brunson contrasted the diversity on Abbott Elementary, which features the lives of teachers in a predominantly Black, state-funded elementary school in Philadelphia, with the noticeable lack of diversity on Friends. The difference was strikingly evident.
With her well-known wit, she joked: “I wanted to be on SNL back in the day, but the audition process seemed long – so instead, I just created my own TV show, made sure it became really popular, won a bunch of Emmys, and then got asked to host. So much easier, so much easier.”
While the audience chuckled, the underlying point was clear. Brunson continued, “It’s a network sitcom like, say, Friends. Except, instead of being about a group of friends, it’s about a group of teachers. Instead of New York, it’s in Philadelphia, and instead of not having Black people, it does.”
Her playful commentary sparked serious reflection, even from Friends co-creator Marta Kauffman. Kauffman has publicly expressed embarrassment over the show’s lack of diversity and pledged $4 million to support African and African-American studies at a university.
“I’ve learned a lot in the last 20 years,” Kauffman admitted. “Admitting and accepting guilt is not easy. It’s painful looking at yourself in the mirror. I’m embarrassed that I didn’t know better 25 years ago.”
She added, “It took me a long time to begin to understand how I internalized systemic racism. I’ve been working really hard to become an ally, an anti-racist. And this seemed to me to be a way that I could participate in the conversation from a white woman’s perspective.”
The discussion around diversity is far from over, but it’s clear that the conversation has advanced—even for a cherished sitcom like Friends.
Meet Megan and Morgan, the “Trueblue Twins”, who are popular online
The “Trueblue Twins,” Megan and Morgan, first captured public attention when Deyonte Hunter, a renowned tattoo artist and musician from Camden, posted a photo of them on Instagram a few years ago.
What makes these two aspiring young models so remarkable? Just a glance is enough to understand why people refer to them as the “cutest twins ever.” Megan and Morgan are particularly famous on the internet due to Morgan’s rare and captivating bright blue eyes.
Morgan’s distinctive eye color is the result of a condition called heterochromia, which causes two different colored eyes. However, there’s no negative impact on her health—doctors have confirmed she has perfect vision. Her grandfather, mother, and uncle, who also share the same condition, are the sources of her striking blue eyes.
Their mother, who dresses the twins in matching outfits, knew from the moment they were born on June 6, 2011, that her daughters were destined to be extraordinary. She makes sure to keep them looking fashionable and regularly shares their photos online. Today, Megan and Morgan are often compared to A-list celebrity children and have signed contracts with several brands, all managed by their mother rather than a personal stylist.
For now, the family is taking a low-key approach. The girls receive free clothing from well-known brands but are not paid for their modeling, as their mother prefers not to pressure them into something they may not want to pursue. However, if they decide to go further into the modeling world, their stunning looks and widespread popularity suggest they would be incredibly successful.
Lovell Knight, the girls’ father, occasionally feels overwhelmed by the attention they attract. He is not particularly fond of their “celebrity” status, believing that the twins should experience a normal childhood. He remains mindful of the potential impact fame could have on their lives.
Despite sharing the same level of fame, Megan and Morgan are distinct individuals, each with their own unique personality, making them even more special.
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